On 20th July 2026 at 2:08 in the afternoon, I got a call from a number with a Manchester area code I didn’t recognise. They didn’t bother to leave a voicemail. It’s clear that these scammers and spammers couldn’t care less about checking the TPS list, since they never take the time to leave a message.

Absolute scam alert! Don’t ever pick up or reply to texts, calls, or emails from numbers you don’t know. Be careful not to let anyone record your voice – look up ‘voice cloning scams’ if unsure. If you get any dodgy calls or texts, report them straight away to the official police or Ofcom services. You can send the phone number and details (even for silent or missed calls) to 7726. Make sure to reply if they ask for confirmation. Also, use the phone’s spam report feature. Forward unwanted texts to 7726 and report those too, keeping an eye out for a confirmation message. For scammy emails, forward them to '[email protected]' and also report them through the phishing report option (usually found via the three dots in the email app). These reports do get taken seriously, but the more folks report scams across the different platforms, the quicker action will be taken. Just search ‘7726’ and '[email protected]' for more info. Stay safe!

They keep ringing almost every day but just go straight to my voicemail without leaving any message.

So this caller said they were from my mobile provider, 02, and went on about how every 02 sim card had to be swapped out. Total scam, didn’t believe a word!

Watch out, it's a scam! Don’t ever reply to calls, texts, or emails from numbers or addresses you don’t recognise. Never let anyone record your voice - look up ‘voice cloning fraud’ if you want to know why. Make sure you report any dodgy calls to the police or Ofcom through their official channels. You can text the details of suspicious calls, including silent ones, to 7726 and follow any prompts to confirm. Also, use your phone’s spam reporting feature for both calls and texts. Forward any unwanted texts to 7726 too and wait for a reply in case they ask you to verify. If you get scam emails, send them to ‘[email protected]’ and use the phishing report button in your email client (usually three dots in the corner). The more reports these scams get across all platforms, the better chance there is that authorities will act. Just google 7726 and the email address above for more information. Stay safe out there!

I saw the o2 number pop up but had it marked as possible spam, so I just ignored it and blocked the caller. They didn’t leave any voicemail either.

My phone showed it as a potential spam call and blocked it from going through.

Right at 11:10 (UTC+1), I got calls from this number along with three others, which made me pretty suspicious. The other numbers that rang me were: +44 7398 710238 +44 1356 420125

At precisely 11:10 (UTC+1), this number rang me alongside three others, which instantly made me suspicious. The other numbers that called me at the same time were: +44 7398 710238 +44 20 3724 8264

Got a call from this number right at 11:10 (utc+1), and what made me suspicious was that there were three other numbers calling me at the exact same moment. It really didn’t feel right. The other numbers ringing me were: +44 1356 420125 +44 20 3724 8264

I picked up but nobody said a word, pretty obvious it’s one of those scam calls.

Call protect stopped it from ringing through and didn't leave a voicemail.

As soon as the voicemail kicked in, the person on the other end just ended the call.

Watch out for scams! Don’t ever reply to calls, texts or emails from numbers or addresses you don’t recognise. It’s really important not to let anyone record your voice – there’s this thing called 'voice cloning' scams you should look up online. If you get scammed or suspect it, report it straight away through the police or Ofcom’s official channels. You can text suspicious numbers and details, including silent calls, to 7726 and repeat if asked to confirm. Also, use your phone’s built-in spam reporting option for calls and texts. For texts, forward them to 7726 too and check if you need to did confirm anything. If you get scam emails, forward them to [email protected] and use the phishing report function (usually accessed via the 3-dot menu on your email). These reports do get acted on but the more people report the same scam, the faster they’ll crack down on it. Just search 7726 and [email protected] for more info on how to keep safe!

Was called by someone named Sylvia who said she was with UK Medical Health Services, claiming I qualified for a free medical alarm device as part of some nationwide scheme. Sylvia’s accent was obviously South Asian, probably from India or Pakistan. The name they use sounds like it’s connected to the NHS, but it’s totally fake. The scam works by giving the "free" alarm but then charging a hefty monthly fee upfront for a year by direct debit. It’s really aimed at older folks or those who might not be able to see through it.

Just got a call at 5:57pm... these scammers really never stop, do they?

I got a message claiming to be from Lloyds, saying someone had spent £385 at Currys on my card. Then, I also got a WhatsApp call from the number 07494 110494, pretending to be from the FSA. They didn’t straight up ask for my bank info but told me to use an app on my phone to toggle some setting. Total scam, looks like they’re trying to take over your phone.

Got a call about some housing repair issues I supposedly had. Ended the call straight away. Total scam.

I didn’t pick up, wasn’t waiting for anyone to ring me. Blocked the number straight away.

Picked up the phone, but there was nothing but quiet on the other end. I've had to block the number and sign myself up with the TPS again for my mobile – feels like I gotta do that every couple of years or so.

This number keeps ringing me, got four calls over just a few days. My phone warns it might be a scam, so I’ve gone ahead and blocked it now!

They gave off vibes of someone from abroad, maybe pitching a small boat or something.

They've called me a few times already, but every time no one says anything when I answer. Just a pointless call really... a proper annoyance.

Got a call from this number earlier, but I didn't pick up as I had no idea who it was.

I’ve been using Samsung’s feature that asks callers from unknown numbers to say who they are and why they’re calling before you pick up. If they don’t, their details pop up on the screen so you can decide whether to answer. This time, the caller didn’t want to explain and just ended the call before I got the chance to answer. Honestly, love how Samsung’s making things easier like this.